Kenya · Safari

3-Day Samburu Safari from Nairobi with Unique Northern Wildlife

3 Days Round trip from Kenya Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights

01 Explore the scenic Samburu Game Reserve, known for wildlife found in Kenya's semi-arid north
02 Look out for unique species such as oryx, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, Grevy's zebra, and reticulated giraffe
03 Enjoy multiple game drives, including early morning and afternoon outings for rewarding wildlife viewing
04 Spend a full day in the reserve with picnic lunch boxes and chances to spot lions, leopards, and cheetahs
05 Take an optional visit to a Samburu village to learn about the tribe's unique culture

Go on a 3-day safari to the scenic Samburu Game Reserve, home to amazing wildlife and statuesque warriors. View unique wildlife species such as oryx, gerenuk, Somali ostrich, Grevy's zebra, reticulated giraffe, and other wild animals and birdlife peculiar to this semi-arid region.

Go on a 3-day safari to the scenic Samburu Game Reserve, home to amazing wildlife and statuesque warriors.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Days

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Included · Standard

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Yes

Cities Nairobi, Samburu

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Nairobi to Samburu Game Reserve

Meet-and-greet services on arrival in the morning at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, or pick-up from your hotel at 0730 hrs by the driver-guide.
Depart from the hotel and drive north to the northern frontier district and on to Samburu Game Reserve.
Take an afternoon game drive in this reserve, famous for its exclusive game viewing.

Dinner and overnight at the lodge.

Meal Plan: Lunch and Dinner.

Day 02

Full Day Exploring Samburu Game Reserve

Spend the whole day exploring Samburu Game Reserve with an early morning game drive, when the light is perfect for good photographic scenery.
Take a mid-morning game drive and an afternoon game drive, with the opportunity to spot all three big cats, including lions, leopards, and cheetahs.
Go out with picnic lunch boxes to spend the entire day in Samburu Game Reserve.
Take an optional visit to Samburu Village and learn about the uniqueness of the Samburu tribe and their culture at an extra cost.

All meals and overnight stay at the lodge.

Meal Plan: Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner.

Day 03

Sunrise Game Drive and Return to Nairobi

Embark on an early morning game drive at sunrise, when predators are most active.
Return to the lodge for breakfast.
After breakfast, depart from Samburu National Reserve and arrive in Nairobi in the afternoon.
Drop-off at either the hotel or airport to connect with your home-bound flight.

Meal Plan: Breakfast and Lunch.